KARACHI: Muhammad Hanif Rinch, eminent Travel & Tourism Professional and Former Chairman Travel Agents Association of Pakistan (TAAP) and Vice Chairman APJC-P has been unanimously elected as the Chairman of IATA Agency Program Joint Council (APJC), Pakistan for the year 2019 in the Council’s 12th meeting held on 7th May 2019 Chaired by Honorable Mr. Nausherwan Adil, General Manger Industry Affairs PIA. The Meeting was attended by the Aseven member Delegates each from National Association TAAP representing Travel/Tour Operators and IATA members BSP Airlines representatives. Mr. Prabaharan Nadarajah, Assistant Director Agency Management, Asia Pacific, Singapore and representative of International Chartered…
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LONDON: London Gatwick has announced a new chapter in its ownership as Vinci Airports completes the purchase of a 50.01 per cent stake in the airport. Global Infrastructure Partners will continue to manage the remaining 49.99 per cent interest in Gatwick. Now part of a global network of 46 airports in 12 countries, Gatwick teams will have access to broader opportunities particularly in international career development and in-house training. As the world’s most efficient single runway airport, Gatwick will also share best practice with Vinci Airports as the company continues to pursue its operational improvement strategy. David Higgins, Stewart Wingate…
DUBAI:A senior Emirates executive has resigned, it has emerged. Mr. Thierry Antinori, the Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer at Emirates, has stepped down from his role, said media reports citing a spokeswoman from the Dubai-based airline. Antinori was responsible for commercial operations, products, the frequent flyer programme and cargo division, according to Emirates’. No details were given as to why Antinori has resigned and when it was effective.
SHANGHAI: Culture travel is on a fast growth path as recent findings of the ITB China Travel Trends Report revealed. The surveyed Chinese travel agents see the fastest growth rate in culture travel, with 62 per cent of the respondents reporting an expected growth of 30 per cent or more over the next three years. Local experience programs and scenery are what travellers care most about when going on a culture trip, according to the surveyed travel agents. At the core of this theme is a wish to experience the local culture of a destination and to understand it better…
ABU DHABI: Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, is extending its free Abu Dhabi stopover campaign to the end of the year due to the popularity of the special offer in its opening month. Travellers flying through the capital of the UAE with the airline are invited to enjoy a free two-night hotel stay to break up their journey and explore the city’s vibrant and diverse attractions. Abu Dhabi offers visitors the chance to explore cultural highlights, impressive architecture, world-class theme parks as well as striking beaches and desert landscapes. Etihad is offering two free nights of hotel…
Give yourself a moment to immerse amidst the breathtaking views of mountains touching the skies and the splendid golden sky sunset. Sky Land Hotel and Restaurant is your ultimate relaxing destination in Hunza, located right at Stadium Chowk main road Aminabad Nasirabad, Hunza. Sky Land Hotel and Restaurant feature 3 luxurious bedrooms/guest rooms, Wi-Fi service available 24/7, and very fine dining where you can try all traditional foods, at a very affordable price. Sky Land Hotel and Restaurant is keen to serve you with the best services to make your experience of staying there truly unforgettable. Make your next trip…
KARACHI: Seen here in the picture, Mr. Kashif Rizvi, Director Guest Services and Ms. Alizna Murad, Services, Marketing & Communications Executive at Avari Towers Hotel are presenting a domestic return ticket sponsored by Serene Air to a lucky winner at the Hotel’s International Iftar Buffet at ‘Asia Live’.
MUSCAT: More than 100 airport managers from across Oman Air’s network gathered in Muscat for a three-day conference organised by Oman Air to discuss results, plans and projected targets. The theme of the conference: Airport Operations Transformation Journey, A Flight to Success, reflected appropriately the realities of airline business and the need to adapt to the new operating environment and to embrace new technology. Hosted by Saleem Amanulla, senior vice president, Ground Operations at Oman Air, the conference saw presentations from members of Oman Air’s senior management team. Speakers at the conference emphasised the importance of customer service, effective communications…
KARACHI: The Pakistan International Airlines have announced extra flights to Saudi Arabia for Umrah pilgrims. The national carrier started extra flights from 10th May, which will continue till 23rd May to facilitate intending pilgrims from Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. The PIA spokesperson said the airline is increasing the number of flights considering rise in demand of flights for Saudi Arabia. Every year in Ramzan, thousands of Pakistanis visit Mecca and Madina for Umrah and the rush to the holy cities increases in the last 10 days of the month.
DOHA: Qatar Airways will launch flights to Rabat, Morocco on May 29th.Services to the Moroccan capital will be served by a Boeing 787 three times a week. In addition, the carrier has revealed its joint business agreement with Royal Air Maroc will expand to meet increased consumer demand for flights to Morocco. In addition to launching Rabat via Marrakech, Qatar Airways will also now offer daily flights to Casablanca, providing seamless connectivity for passengers who wish to explore the country’s many vibrant cities. Qatar Airways Group chief executive, Akbar Al Baker, said: “We are delighted to announce the launch of…